Pop Up Gazebo – Why Should Have One

Gazebos are great for any outdoor activity that might require shelter from the sun or light rain. There are many different types of gazebos; they vary widely in architecture and specific purpose, but they all have some common traits. They are almost always free-standing, they are open air structures (meaning they have no walls – though they may sometimes be screened in,) and they differ from pavilions in that they are intended to be used in a manor that provides a great view of something.

This can be on overlooking view of a cityscape, the ocean, or simply a quiet brook passing through your back yard. Gazebos, or some form thereof, have been around for thousands of years, according to Wikipedia. Their structure has remained largely the same; their simplicity is classic and difficult to improve upon.

Standard gazebos are great for places and views that aren’t moving any time soon, but what if you need the same type of structure on the go? Maybe you need a something to shelter your team on the sidelines of a sporting event, or your employees at a company function at some beautiful locale. This is where a pop-up gazebo comes into play.

A Pop Up Gazebo Provides a Sheltered View Anywhere You Go

Pop up gazebos are a portable alternative to the permanent version of the structure. They are usually lightweight and easy to set up. You can have one of these structures out of your vehicle, standing, and staked into the ground in a matter of minutes. If you have a couple people to help you out, it’s going to be even more of a breeze. There are quite a few options when it comes to size and weight, and your purchase will likely depend upon what you intend to use it for the most.

The uses for a pop up gazebo vary in almost as many ways as the different places you could possibly put them. If you live in a place with regularly inclement weather, and only the occasional nice day, then a pop up gazebo is perfect because you can set it up for those nice days, and take it down before the harsh weather returns. A permanent structure would get battered by such weather, and would likely require regular repair and upkeep. The ability to erect and remove a gazebo regularly is also useful for those who entertain in their yard infrequently, and don’t need to front the expense of a permanent gazebo.

Uses of Pop Up Gazebos

These gazebos aren’t limited to uses near the home. You can take them to your kid’s soccer tournaments to keep them out of the harsh sun; as you know, those tournaments can go all day and that is a lot of exposure to dangerous UV rays if they’re left out in the open sun.

They can also be used for company functions, though if you have a large group, if might get a bit crowded under a small 10×10 gazebo, should it rain. This is where having multiple gazebos might come in handy. They are often lashed together, or placed very near each other for additional coverage. You will often see entire pop up gazebo cities at large festivals, or corporate sporting affairs, like the Chase Corporate Challenge.

Gazebos are also a great way to provide yourself with a sheltered eating area if you are camping. You always want to eat away from your tent, when camping, to avoid curious and hungry critters coming near your sleeping area. Throwing up a pop up gazebo 10 or more feet from your tent will keep them a sufficient distance away. Of course, though they are portable, pop up gazebos aren’t exactly backpack friendly, so this option will be limited to what’s known as “car camping” where you pull your car into an open camping lot (at a campground, of course), and pitch a tent nearby.

I could go on all day about the utility of pop up gazebos, but I assume that is enough examples for you to decide if you need to purchase one or not. Obviously, the uses aren’t limited to what is listed here, so if you can imagine a situation where you might need one, go ahead and grab one. They aren’t terribly expensive, and their usefulness and versatility will pay off rather quickly.

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